January 8. The administration of U.S. President Donald Trump is discussing an initiative that would offer one-time cash payments to residents of Greenland as part of an effort to persuade the territory to secede from Denmark and potentially accept United States citizenship.
According to sources familiar with the matter, discussions on this issue have intensified in recent days at the White House. Senior U.S. officials, including presidential aides, have been involved in the talks.
While the exact structure and implementation of the plan have not yet been determined, two sources said figures ranging from $10,000 to $100,000 per person have been discussed. The sources requested anonymity due to the sensitive and internal nature of the deliberations.
The proposal is being considered amid firm opposition from Denmark and Greenland, both of which have repeatedly stated that the territory is not for sale. European leaders have also voiced strong support for Copenhagen and Nuuk, underscoring their backing of Denmark’s position.
Sources emphasized that the discussions remain at an early stage and do not indicate that a final decision has been made. Nevertheless, the consideration of such financial incentives highlights Washington’s strategic interest in Greenland and the growing attention the region is receiving within the U.S. administration.
This article is based on information reported by Reuters.